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The daily routine is back in full affect when we find Abner taking orders over the phone, and of course the store is out of everything. Or is it? Lum has to give Abner a class in customer service, and demands he treats customers politely, and with respect. Like he did before the war.
Abner claims it won’t be easy to keep smiling, and be known as the happy merchants once the widow Abernathy and her young ‘uns descend on the store. The idea of having a fire sale confuses Abner, especially when combined with the thought of being a happy merchant.
Gossip about other merchants who wear high collars get the gents laughing. When a customer approaches, the gents get the chance to try out their new salesmanship techniques. What will grandpap think about the perky enthusiasm?
